Hotels struggle to attract quality staff as tourism recovers

13 Sept 22:24 Key points summarised by AI

Thai hotels, especially those outside the 5-star category, face a severe staff shortage as tourism rebounds, with many experienced workers having left the industry or moved to higher-paying roles.
The COVID-19 pandemic made hotel work less appealing, pushing many former staff to seek more secure and flexible careers, often becoming entrepreneurs or returning to family land.
Industry leaders stress the urgent need for hotels to offer higher wages, greater job flexibility, and innovative work environments that involve staff in decision-making and promote multi-skilling.
Long-term solutions include forging partnerships with educational institutions to recruit new graduates and advocating for government approval to allow foreign staff to fill critical vacancies.

European protests could raise costs for Thai exporters

Yesterday 17:46 Key points summarised by AI

The Commerce Ministry warns that ongoing protests across six European countries, driven by cost-of-living concerns, could weaken consumer purchasing power, disrupt logistics, and elevate costs for Thai exporters.
Thai exporters are advised to closely monitor developments, explore alternative markets (ASEAN, South Asia, Middle East), and adjust shipping routes to reduce dependence on Europe and mitigate potential risks.